ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals 100 Exam 4 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse finds a client on bed rest experiencing clear signs of dyspnea. The nurse should assist the client to a:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: semi-Fowler's position. Placing the client in a semi-Fowler's position helps improve ventilation by allowing better lung expansion without putting excessive pressure on the diaphragm. This position also helps reduce the workload on the respiratory muscles, making breathing easier for the client.
A: Side-lying position may not provide optimal lung expansion and may not alleviate dyspnea effectively.
B: Trendelenberg position, with the head lower than the feet, can increase pressure on the diaphragm and worsen dyspnea.
D: Supine position may exacerbate breathing difficulties by limiting lung expansion and increasing pressure on the diaphragm.
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